Awesome crew! Really helpful and educational. Went out of their way to make sure we had a good timeread more

Such a great experience for our first Whale Watching trip, great even with our 3 year old! Worth…read morethe cost, we were out for a bit over 3 hours. Check in process was easy, just follow the email instructions, all very clear. Bring sunscreen, a hat or sunglasses. You can bring your bags and snacks. There is plenty of space under the benches for your belongings. Lots of options for seating all around the boat, both inside and out. Also 2 restrooms available. As well as a Galley with snacks and souvenirs! I didn't realize, but they also sell photo packages of the wildlife from the trip. So you can focus on documenting your group and the good time, They'll capture the animals! :) This crew was Captain Vanessa, Naturalist Ruth, Deck crew Colleen and Sara, and Galley Oscar. They were all so helpful and accommodating. I cannot tell you how warm and inviting they all were. You could definitely tell they loved their jobs. For me...So, despite Dramamine and sea sickness bands I got really nauseous; and I think my 3 year old did too but couldn't verbalize, because she passed out about 1.5 hours into the trip-so I was just kind of sitting towards the back holding my toddler mid trip. Which is about the time when the whales appeared! (Up to that point we saw different birds, pods of dolphins and sea lions.) So these whales on our trip were on the starboard side when they appeared, but I was on the port side, kinda stuck sitting with my sleeping toddler. At one point Colleen came and asked if she could help me move to see the whales, but that was easier said than done, especially not feeling well. I let her know she was sweet but we were okay. Well as the boat tracked the whales, I guess Colleen and Sara both mentioned to the captain that we were kind of stuck in the back on the Port side and the captain ended up turning the boat towards the whales so I could see them. It was the sweetest thing and I felt so seen as a mama. :) I didn't know how a whale watching trip could go above and beyond, but they did! We did a 12:30pm tour on a Monday and there seemed to be a good crowd, but they were not at full capacity, which meant moving around was an option for those that wanted to. We will be back, this was a great choice!

A fun and easy casual boat outing around Mission Bay. I booked a sunset cruise and enjoyed the…read moreexperience. Few things to note - it can be windy and cold on the return portion of the cruise so layer up to be cozy/comfortable. Also note that seasonally in SD the months of May and June typically have a marine layer overcast so it may be a gamble. The staff were the nicest folks and are very friendly and helpful. There are drinks and light snacks (think chips) for you to enjoy onboard. Overall a fun way to spend an evening in SD!

We opted for the sunset cruise through Viator. We arrived far ahead of the check in time and…read moregrabbed a drink at the fish and chips spot near their shop. The instructions were clear and we were able to park on the street. After check in, you have to queue near the boat a ways down the marina. There were probably 30 people in front of us and nearly all of them upgraded their tickets to get on early. By the time we got on the boat, the entire upper deck was full so we opted for the front. The route was pretty and the sky painted a beautiful picture. They have a bar on board and prices are reasonable. The overall ride was smooth and neither of us suffered sea sickness.

I'm not gonna take away a star for the fact that I had to pedal because you don't actually have to…read morebut the option is there what a great way to get out in the bay and enjoy the water with friends. We rented a private boat and Stephanie or Captain was amazing. She was so fun. She pointed things out and just let us be as well. We all brought our snacks and beverages and this is a good option for Sandi to get out and enjoy their own city.

We had a blast for friend bday party. Roomy, great space to meet up, gorgeous view and friendly…read morecaption

Went whale watching last Friday and while I was not really excited to go it was a great time…read more We saw a fin whale and a humpback whale and hundreds of dolphins. The three hours went fast and the bigger boat did not make me seasick

Absolutely epic Orca experience. Captain Caitlyn and First Mate Nicole were truly fantastic guides…read more This was a bucket-list item for me, and it didn't disappoint. Orcas at sunset are indescribable; you have to experience them. We even came across a friendly Guadalupe Fur Seal. I would certainly recommend Gone Whale Watching to any friends and family who would like an up-close encounter with the whales.

I was a little concerned after reading previous reviews about the cleanliness of the boats but the…read moreboat we got was very clean! The staff was awesome as well. I would highly recommend San Diego Electric Boat Rentals! We had 3 generations, my grandkids (who loved the cute ladybug life vests), my Adult sons and my husband and I all had a wonderful time.

We have a tradition of renting a Duffy every year before school starts and it's such a fun…read moretradition. We've been renting from them for years and everything is always great. The guys at the dock also make everything so fun--with jokes and just being warm and making the kids feel welcome. He taught my daughter how to tie a half-hitch and let her tie the boat up at the end and was so sweet and patient. (bring cash for a little tip if you want!) The boats themselves are so fun and so easy to drive. Mission Bay (technically sail bay) is super calm and easy to navigate. We did 90mins today but we wish we had done 3hrs. If the weather is nice it goes by really fast. Highly recommend the Duffy experience and SDEBR! Just go! Have fun! And if you're worried about operating the boat, it's super simple. So don't be intimidated. Even if you don't have a lot of experience on the water.

Great concept! Had a wonderful time with Captain Mike and the other couple we were on the water…read morewith. For only being in town a month, Mike sure knew his stuff! He was a wonderful host, offered to take multiple pictures of us before and during the cruise. We got to see some sea lions up close and personal. The wine was good. There were a few different choices, the cheese, salami with crackers and grapes were also very nice and fresh. A great way to spend a nice afternoon on the water. Thanks for the great kick off to the weekend!

Spence was our captain. He was pretty awesome! Took as many pictures as we wanted. Provided…read moresunscreen. Thank goodness since we just ran out hours earlier at the beach. The boat ride was so relaxing and nice. We passed by some sea lions. Spence told us some facts that I barely remember now. He also pointed out good hang out spots for sunsets or late night outings. We got a few cheese fruit plates along with 2 bottles of wine. The spread was cute. Didn't do too well in July heat. But Spence brought it out a couple at a time and kept the rest in the fridge until we were ready for more. The wine was also kept out of the blaring sun. So it tasted great! The boat can fit 6 people. We rented out the boat for the four of us so we didn't get a random couple cruising with us. We rode by engine, not by sail. I wish we could have seen a bit of sailing in action. But I'm sure it causes more of a liability, especially if the passengers are drinking. Overall, I would repeat this again. The price wasn't crazy ridiculous as I have seen. Service was nice and so was our captain.

We had a beautiful memorial/ ashes at sea, for my son. Art and Spencer took wonderful care of us…read more After we spread his ashes, we were able to fish. They knew where to take us and we caught two yellowtail! We are grateful for their support at this difficult time and efforts in making this a memorable experience.

Celebrated our 25th anniversary with a few friends last evening and it was PERFECT. The boat,…read morestaff, music, lights and weather. Art was super host and was very flexible with schedule. We were running late but he didn't complain at all. We had the best time in this boat with very close friends and have made memories for life. Art took 360 videos from a small boat for us to capture memories from every angle. The food recommendations were very good. Christina and her staff were awesome.

Do yourself a FAVOR & BOOK THIS YACHT!!…read more We had the best experience with the Champagne Yacht! The entire crew was absolutely incredible and made the whole trip so fun, relaxing, and memorable. Brittany, the bartender, was especially amazing -- she was so hands-on, attentive, friendly, and truly went above and beyond to make sure everyone was having a great time! The captain was professional and made us feel safe and comfortable the entire trip, and deckhands Jeff & Drew were awesome as well. Everyone on the crew brought such great energy and hospitality. You can really tell they care about creating an unforgettable experience for their guests. Highly recommend Champagne Yacht for an amazing day on the water! A day I will cherish forever & wish I could relive again & again!

this is the second time i've celebrated a friend's birthday with champagne yacht. their crew is the…read morebest. they're beyond nice and attentive. when it was time to dock, the yacht was cleaned up and everything was packed for us to take home. the yacht itself was super clean and well kept. brittany was one of the crew members that remembered my friend and i from the first time we attended a friends birthday party. looking to book my own birthday with champagne yacht next year because of the service !

If you're in between this and SeaForth for renting a pontoon...STOP LOOKING!…read moreThis was such a great experience!!! From Nic and Tanya being super awesome to the amazing boat you get to float the bay on to the good times had by all. GIANT boat but super easy to drive. All of the amenities make this boat the perfect daily rental for floatin' around on the bay. I don't have one bad thing to say about this whole experience! We will definitely rent this boat again :)

WHAT a BLAST! Sunset, cookout, a few beers, amazing Sunday. We just spent an afternoon cruising on…read more"Glenny"- one of the best days of summer. Our dog Ziggy loved the shady accommodations. We explored mission bay for a full day rental, which was the most affordable in the area. Grill, potty, dance floor, cabana, and plenty of seating should you need it :) will rent again soon.

We had a great day sailing and the captain Huey was terrific! He was very friendly, knowledgeable…read moreabout the boat and sailing, and very professional. I highly recommend him!

Friendly and helpful staff, however the equipment needs servicing and better inspection. The Merit…read more25' had full bilges with no bilge pump handle. The engine mount would get stuck in either the up or down position making it difficult to transition quickly between the two. The rigging would slide on the winches which did not hold well without full wraps. There was a small tear along the edge of the mainsail. Overall for the additional price, not worth going for the Merit over the Capri 22. The staff was very helpful, friendly, and informative. The engine was in good condition, started with only 2 pulls, and ran well the entire time. Will rent again, just not this boat.